INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 2 products
Escin
Escin (CAS# 6805-41-0, EC# 229-880-6) is a saponin mixture derived from horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) seeds. It is listed in the CosIng database with a tonic function. It appears frequently in eye contour, anti-puffiness, and anti-redness cosmetic formulations.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
—Category
plant-extract● Benefits
The source lists escin's official CosIng function as tonic. Its presence in eye gels, anti-redness creams, and anti-puffiness products suggests it is used to help firm and tone skin and reduce the appearance of puffiness and redness.
soothinganti-rednessanti-puffiness
● Cautions
